Realme 9 Pro Plus vs Realme Neo8
The Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 46/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 750,481).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Realme Neo8
What makes Realme 9 Pro Plus better?
- Overall rating 46/100
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 9 Pro Plus vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 31 points higher (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (56/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (71/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 9 Pro Plus | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $429 |
Camera comparison
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 9 Pro Plus and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Realme 9 Pro Plus by 76.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 9 Pro Plus
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (91/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (56/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (71/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus by 31 points (77/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 9 Pro Plus and the Realme Neo8?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Realme 9 Pro Plus over the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.